19th - early 20th century, to include: octagonal Clark's Spool Cotton box with man's profile on the lid; J. & P. Coats thread box with ferns on the lid; card case with allover animal transfers; turned cup with four scenes, one of which is a very early train engine; needle case with fern motif; (2) small boxes with wooden hinges and humorous lids; book form needle case with roses.

1.25 x 2 in. - 3.25 x 5 in.

Private Collection, Pittsboro, NC

The cup has some worming and a chip to its foot; scuffs and wear from use to all pieces.

$150 - 250